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Meet Your Brand’s New Best Friend: Why Virtual Influencers Are the Future
Digitial world is shaking up in a most impressive way with the entry of virtual influencers. Yes, you heard it right—virtual influencers. But what’s the deal? Why are brands choosing pixel-perfect computer-generated characters over real-life personalities? And most importantly, why should marketers care about this? The answer lies in the endless possibilities offered by these…
How U.K. Junk Food Ad Ban May Change Fast Food Marketing Strategy
The fast-food scene in the U.K. — or, as they say, the “F&B industry” — is getting a severe wake-up call. With a new Labour government at the center, a hard-hitting junk food ad ban has been announced for October 2025. The details? Starting then, any sugary, salty, or cheesy food won’t be gracing T.V.…
How Brands are Scoring Big in this Season of NFL Advertising
NFL season is back in action, and with it, 42 brands from the NFL advertising list are pulling out all the stops to captivate fans. The NFL itself tells a beautiful story: how sports and brands can come together to keeping audiences engaged and hyped up from kickoff to final whistle. What makes the NFL…
Balancing Finance and Creativity is More Than Just ROI and Marketing Spend
Marketing is feeling the squeeze as we enter the era of less: in both ROI and marketing spend. According to Gartner’s report, marketing budgets have taken a hit, dropping from 9.1 percent of company revenue in 2023 to just 7.7 percent in 2024—a 15 percent year-over-year dip. Alarmingly, only 24 percent of CMOs feel confident…
The Marketing Guide to Crafting Viral Campaigns on Social Media
Crafting viral campaigns on social media is like walking into a dark cave—thrilling to enter but challenging to predict. With the impact of social media, everyone wants to create content that brings a storm on the internet. But what exactly makes a campaign go viral on social media? From LOL memes to emotional stories, viral…
A Deep Dive into the Google Ad Tech Antitrust Lawsuit
If you’ve used the internet, you’ve heard of Google. It’s everywhere— ads, videos, and even in our language. “Google it” has replaced a variety of verbs for online search. Google’s everywhere, all the time. But this nonstop omnipresence has caught the attention of some pretty important people— like the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). So,…
How to Win Gen-Z in 2024 through Gamification Marketing
Ever wonder why Duolingo seems to be slaying contemporary marketing? Hint: it’s their commitment to gamification marketing. For this tech-savvy generation, traditional advertising is no longer impressive. They’re more interested in engaging, interactive and unique experiences that allow them to participate, compete, and have fun. Social media is full of overloaded information at every corner—making…
AI in Digital Marketing: Tools and Tips for Smarter Campaigns
When people think of AI in digital marketing, they jump straight on chatbots and ChatGPT creating titles and headings. But let’s just admit it— applications of AI are so much more than customer service apps answering your queries. For today’s marketers AI is a powerful tool that has unlimited possibilities that go beyond answering basic…
Why Live Stream Marketing is Winning Over Gen-Z
From exclusive fashion shows to immersive sports events, live stream marketing is no longer just a trend—it’s now a powerful tool for storytelling and community building. Live streaming has transformed into a major marketing powerhouse, especially for brands aiming to connect with their gen-z audience. With features like live interactions and Q&A sessions, streaming has…
Elon Musk Paid $5 Million to End Feud After Brazil X Ban
Elon Musk vs. Brazil— the unexpected car crash no one saw coming but now can’t look away from. If you haven’t been following the Brazil X ban, here’s a TLDR: Musk refused to accept critical feedback and flaunted his ego by shutting down X’s office in the country, claiming to be a protector of free…
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